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BF53 YYB

2003 Honda CB1300

Black Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,069 mi
Last recorded34,069 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB130016,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 YYB
MakeHonda
ModelCB1300
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 34,069 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 32,653 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 29,899 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 26,012 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 24,712 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 22,033 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 21,449 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Aug 2013 20,134 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 17,425 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 17,425 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 16,333 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 16,116 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 15,634 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear tyre 2ml

Pass 21 Aug 2008 14,776 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 13,449 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 9,913 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB1300?

Based on 29,948 MOT tests across 2,241 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
913
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 254
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 129
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
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BF53 YYB is a 2003 Honda CB1300 in Black with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF53 YYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CB1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF53 YYB registered?

BF53 YYB is a 2003 Honda CB1300, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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The MOT history for BF53 YYB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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